Sport England, officially known as the English Sports Council, is a leading organisation in the sports industry, headquartered in GB. Established in 1996, it plays a pivotal role in promoting and developing grassroots sports across England, with a focus on increasing participation and enhancing performance at all levels. With a commitment to fostering a vibrant sporting culture, Sport England operates in various regions, supporting initiatives that range from community sports programmes to elite athlete development. Its core services include funding, research, and strategic guidance, all aimed at making sports accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Recognised for its significant contributions to the sports landscape, Sport England has achieved notable milestones, including the successful delivery of the National Lottery funding for sports initiatives. Its unique approach to collaboration with local authorities and sports organisations positions it as a key player in the UK’s sporting ecosystem.
How does Sport England's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Mean score of companies in the Public Administration industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sport England's score of 32 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Sport England reported carbon emissions of approximately 132,000 kg CO2e, all from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity. In the previous year, 2023, the organisation disclosed Scope 3 emissions of about 86,500 kg CO2e, attributed to purchased goods and services. Sport England has committed to significant climate action, having signed the UN Sports for Climate Action Framework in March 2023. The organisation aims for a 50% reduction in emissions by 2030 and targets net zero emissions by 2040, focusing on Scope 1 emissions. This commitment aligns with their earlier pledge made in early 2022 to achieve the same reduction targets. Overall, Sport England is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to broader climate goals within the sports sector.
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2020 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 45,000 |
| Scope 2 | 74,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,865,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Sport England has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

